Houston Hip-Hop Legend Michael "5000" Watts Passes Away At 52
Of the numerous of us hip-hop followers within the South and past can thank for innovating chopped-and-screwed and bringing it to the mainstream, Swishahouse’s DJ Michael “5000” Watts is among the many high names. Sadly, the tradition is now mourning his passing on the age of 52 on Friday (January 30). Watts’ household confirmed it through an Instagram assertion that night.
“Watts transitioned surrounded by family members. We actually admire the love proven to Michael all through his profession and we ask for continued prayers as we navigate by way of this very laborious journey,” the assertion learn. “Mr. Watts developed a deadly coronary heart rhythm known as torsades de Pointes inflicting a sudden cardiac demise. He leaves behind a spouse, Tammy Watts, 5 lovely youngsters and a pair of loving grandkids. His legacy and profession began on the age of 14. He continued his success as a enterprise proprietor, DJ, radio character, Founder & Owner Of Swishahouse and pillar in the neighborhood. A group occasion honoring his legacy can be introduced within the coming days through Watts’ official social media pages.”
Swishahouse additionally issued a press release, as caught by Fox 26 Houston, sharing how 5000 Watts helped “outline the sound, spirit, and world affect of Houston hip-hop.” “Michael ‘5000’ Watts was greater than a founder, he was a motion,” the assertion reads. “Beyond the music, Michael Watts was a mentor, a cultural curator, and a builder of alternative. He believed in possession, creativity, and the facility of storytelling by way of sound.”
Who Did Michael “5000” Watts Work With?
Artists like Paul Wall, DJ Paul, Juicy J, Slim Thug, Maxo Kream, Monaleo, and Drumma Boy took to social media with their tributes. Michael “5000” Watts’ affect on these artists and plenty of extra, in methods huge and small, is indelible.
For instance, by launching Swishahouse with OG Ron C in 1997, Watts helped convey chopped–and–screwed to the hip-hop limelight. He was essential to the careers of Wall, Thug, Chamillionaire, Mike Jones, and plenty of extra.
While it is a unhappy day for rap tradition, we should additionally admire and treasure the contributions that Michael “5000” Watts left us with. Our prayers exit to his family members.
R.I.P. Michael “5000” Watts.
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